White House Fountains Dyed Green For First Time At Michelle Obama's Request

Mar. 17, 2009
WASHINGTON — The White House is going green for St. Patrick's Day. The water in the fountains on the north and south lawns of the White House has been dyed green to mark the national holiday of Ireland. First Lady Michelle Obama came up with the idea for the festive touch, said...
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